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Changelog — Vulpes OS

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Updates by date and platform. Within each group: Add, Change, Fix, Note, Test. Entries describe the state at their date; a fix in development requires an updated installed version.

14/10/2026 : 2.7-preview.21

APK published

All Platforms

  • Fix Appearance : Unavailable-feature messages are easier to read in light and dark themes.
  • Fix Call history : Contact names now appear when the call history first loads.
  • Fix Keyboard : Additional dictionaries available offline; improved Gaia keyboard activation and recovery. Verification on affected devices is still needed.
  • Fix Settings : Storage panels restored. A loading error no longer locks the other menus.

Android / APK

  • Add Android data : Read Android contacts, SMS and call history in Gaia after granting access. Existing local Vulpes data is preserved.
  • Fix Marketplace : Return to Vulpes without a persistent white overlay; a closed catalogue can be reopened.
  • Note Keyboard : The reported blank keyboard still needs reproduction on the affected devices.
  • Note Android data : First, read-only integration, excluding MMS. Sending and editing Android records use Android apps; new Gaia contacts stay local. SMS and call log access depend on ROM and installer permissions. Tested on Android 9; other versions need verification.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Installation : Shared Gaia fixes are included in full installation images and boot updates.
  • Note Installation : New installation image built; Pixel boot and flashing must be tested before publication.

13/10/2026 : 2.7-preview.20

Published

All Platforms

  • Add Camera : Video mode, with thumbnails and playback in Gallery and Video.
  • Change Interface : Improvements to settings, appearance, pickers, keyboard, contacts and media.
  • Fix Camera : More reliable camera switching, shutdown and resume.
  • Note Services : Mozilla Account, Sync, remote location, extensions and USB transfer remain incomplete.

Android / APK

  • Change Release : Preview 20 APK available.
  • Note Compatibility : Calls and SMS use Android. This Preview has not yet been validated in use on Android.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Change Camera : Preview runs at around 16 frames per second.
  • Change Network : Updates to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, calls, SMS/MMS and network settings.
  • Note Audio : Video sound and two-way call audio still need separate testing.
  • Test Installation : Preview 20 installed on Pixel 3a with data preserved. Wi-Fi connected and 4G registration observed.

Web

  • Change Changelog : Simpler French and English history, with badges and platform filters. Shared content for the website and releases.

Release

12/10/2026 : Video and time

In development

All Platforms

  • Add Camera : Video recording with sound, thumbnails and playback in Gallery and Video.
  • Change Help : “Improve Vulpes” opens the project’s issues.
  • Fix Settings : Date and time pickers restored; Keyboard back navigation and list text fixed.

Desktop

  • Test Camera : Recording checked with a simulated camera.

Android / APK

  • Note Availability : Changes prepared for a future APK; video not yet tested on Android.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Change Camera : Improved preview, at around 16 frames per second.
  • Note Clock : Automatic time depends on network information; time zone remains manual.
  • Test Camera : Video recording and camera switching checked. Video sound still needs listening tests.

12/10/2026 : Calls and hotspot

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Settings : Dialog closing and retry after an error fixed.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Calls : Settings for call waiting, caller ID and call forwarding.
  • Add Wi-Fi : Hotspot with or without a password.
  • Fix Network : Slow settings no longer block calls and SMS.
  • Note Wi-Fi : Hotspot activation checked; Internet access from another device still needs testing.

12/10/2026 : Network settings

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Wi-Fi : IP address and connection speed displayed correctly.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Network : Network type selection and mobile access point editing.
  • Fix Settings : More reliable network settings when the modem responds slowly.
  • Note Network : Adding, deleting and resetting access points remain incomplete.

12/10/2026 : Settings review

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Settings : Navigation, accessibility and help fixed. Incomplete panels remain visible.
  • Note Testing : Menus reviewed; some actions still depend on hardware or the carrier.

Desktop

  • Add Storage : Storage information and downloads connected.

Android / APK

  • Add Storage : Display of storage used by Vulpes.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Settings : Mobile data, roaming, time, hidden Wi-Fi networks and Sound panel fixed.

12/10/2026 : Settings navigation

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Appearance : Light/Dark selection and picker confirmation or cancellation restored.
  • Fix SIM : Manager adapted to single-SIM phones.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add SMS : SIM information, message centre and delivery reports.
  • Change Wi-Fi : Faster loading of saved networks.
  • Note Settings : Wi-Fi certificates, SIM security and USB storage remain incomplete.

12/10/2026 : Appearance on Pixel 3a

In development

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Appearance : Shared light and dark modes available on Pixel 3a.
  • Fix Interface : Settings fixes and Firefox OS fonts included.
  • Note Testing : No new call, SMS or Bluetooth test at this stage.
  • Test Appearance : Themes and display checked on the phone.

11/10/2026 : Appearance and keyboard

In development

All Platforms

  • Add Appearance : Light, Dark and System modes, preserved after restart.
  • Fix Keyboard : Text selection and deletion fixed.

Desktop

  • Test Interface : Themes and SMS typing checked.

Android / APK

  • Add Keyboard : Experimental Gaia keyboard; Android keyboard remains the default.
  • Fix Camera : Retry available when the camera is busy.
  • Note Testing : Preview 19 built; themes, keyboard and front camera still need testing on Android.

11/10/2026 : Settings and home screen

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Home : Second home screen, wallpaper previews and installation banner fixed.
  • Fix Camera : Error message dismissal restored.
  • Fix Settings : Ringtones, lock code, permissions and French/English labels fixed.

Android / APK

  • Add Notifications : Open the notification tray by tapping the status bar.
  • Change Availability : Preview 18 built locally.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Stability : Returned to the previous version after an unstable interface restart.
  • Test Bluetooth : Operation confirmed by the user.

09/10/2026 : MMS and Bluetooth

In development

All Platforms

  • Change Bluetooth : Gaia panels connected to each platform’s capabilities.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Bluetooth : Discovery, pairing, connection, forgetting devices and audio output.
  • Fix MMS : Sending preserved and resumed after interruption.
  • Note Testing : MMS accepted by the carrier, delivery not confirmed. Headset call audio still needs testing.
  • Test Bluetooth : Bluetooth audio playback to a PC checked.

08/10/2026 : Camera and MMS

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Camera : Camera switching, shutdown and display after rotation fixed.

Desktop + Sargo

  • Fix MMS : Attachments preserved and sending shown as pending until confirmation.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Change Camera : Preview measured at around 16 fps on the rear camera and 25–27 on the front.
  • Note MMS : Real sending still blocked by the mobile data connection.
  • Test Camera : Focus, zoom and photo capture checked.

08/10/2026 : Call history and dialogs

All Platforms

  • Fix Interface : Readable error messages with usable buttons.

Desktop + Sargo

  • Fix MMS : Clear message when sending is unavailable, without losing the draft.
  • Fix Phone : Calling back from call history restored.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Calls : Flow checked with simulated calls; real audio not tested.

08/10/2026 : SMS and audio

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Interface : Volume display, lock screen and notification swiping fixed.
  • Fix SMS : Send with one tap without first closing the keyboard. Attachment menu restored.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Audio : Call audio routing fixes.
  • Note Calls : Network issues prevented testing a real conversation; two-way audio not confirmed.

08/10/2026 : Network reliability

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix SMS : Messages linked to the correct conversation.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Network : Improved modem recovery; retries avoid duplicate calls and SMS.
  • Note Calls : Network stability and two-way audio still need confirmation.
  • Test Network : Return to the 4G network after modem restart checked.

08/10/2026 : Public source code

All Platforms

  • Change Source code : Camera, contacts, SMS and Marketplace fixes published, with updated French/English project overviews.

Android / APK

  • Fix Build : Building from a fresh repository copy fixed.
  • Note Availability : The public APK remains Preview 17; these fixes are in the source code.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Network : Network search still unstable at this stage; no new image published.

08/10/2026 : Camera and contacts

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Camera : More reliable opening and camera switching.
  • Fix Contacts : Photos, dates, edits and number selection from Messages or Phone fixed.
  • Fix Gallery : Media selection fixed.
  • Note Availability : Fixes in source code; public APK unchanged at this stage.

Android / APK

  • Fix SMS : Number and text passed correctly to the Android app.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Bluetooth : Discovery available; pairing and audio use still need testing.
  • Test Camera : Photo capture, focus, zoom and camera switching checked.

06/10/2026 : Marketplace theme

In development

Android / APK

  • Note Availability : Integration planned for a future APK.

Web

  • Add Marketplace : Embedded theme: Fira font, compact navigation, touch buttons and scrollable screenshots.
  • Fix Marketplace : Embedded display preserved during search, filtering and language changes.
  • Note Availability : Theme prepared locally, not yet deployed to the website.
  • Test Display : French and English pages checked on small screens.

06/10/2026 : Notification banners

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Notifications : The “Application installed” banner disappears automatically and is replaced correctly.

Desktop

  • Test Notifications : Banner display and dismissal checked.

Android / APK

  • Note Availability : Fix prepared for the next APK.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Test Notifications : Banner disappearance after five seconds checked.

06/10/2026 : Wi-Fi and settings

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Settings : Panels open even when an animation does not finish normally.

Android / APK

  • Note Availability : Fixes not yet included in the public APK.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Wi-Fi : Detected networks and disconnections displayed correctly.
  • Test Wi-Fi : Search, connection and Internet access checked.

06/10/2026 : Marketplace navigation

In development

Desktop + Sargo

  • Add Marketplace : Local message with a Retry button when the catalogue is unavailable.
  • Fix Marketplace : The catalogue stays below the status bar and hides when returning home or closing it.
  • Fix Navigation : An earlier error no longer hides a new attempt.

Desktop

  • Test Marketplace : Navigation, errors, returning home and closing checked.

Android / APK

  • Change Availability : Preview 17 rebuilt locally, without a new Android test.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Marketplace : Interface tested with a local page; remote catalogue not checked without Internet.

05/10/2026 : 2.7-preview.17

APK built · not published

All Platforms

  • Add Apps : Install, launch and uninstall packaged web apps.
  • Add Marketplace : Vulpes catalogue on the home screen, in French and English, with its original icon.
  • Change Security : Installed apps kept separate from system apps.
  • Note Compatibility : Some old Firefox OS apps and APIs are not yet supported.

Desktop

  • Test Marketplace : Installation and use of 2048 checked.

Android / APK

  • Test Marketplace : 2048 installed, preserved after restart and uninstalled on an Android emulator.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Marketplace : Home screen checked; app installation still needs validation on Pixel.

05/10/2026 : 2.7-preview.16

APK built · not published

All Platforms

  • Change Startup : Vulpes startup logo.
  • Fix Home : Unwanted horizontal scrolling removed; test apps hidden.
  • Fix Customization : Wallpaper and sound selection restored. Home screen language applied and preserved after restart.
  • Note Availability : APK built, not published; Pixel image tried without permanent installation.

Android / APK

  • Change Interface : Android bars hidden and accessible by swiping; launcher mode checked.
  • Fix Lock screen : Return from sleep and the lock screen camera fixed.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Startup : Old files no longer overwrite updates at startup.

04/10/2026 : Standalone installation

In development

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Installation : Installer with device and file checks before writing.
  • Add Installation : Standalone Vulpes installation without going through Droidian.
  • Note Availability : Package not published; tested on one Pixel only. Installation replaces phone data.
  • Note Recovery : Backups checked; full restoration still needs testing.
  • Test Startup : Installed boots, saved settings, camera, keyboard and notifications checked.

03/10/2026 : Per-device installation

In development

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Installation : Preparation adapted to each Pixel, with device-specific backups.
  • Note Camera : Focus sometimes times out; issue still open.
  • Note Installation : Direct installation from stock Android not yet available.
  • Test Startup : Temporary boots, saved settings and return to the previous installation checked.

03/10/2026 : Installation and recovery

In development

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Installation : Package preparation and recovery kit with a boot backup.
  • Fix Recovery : Restoration possible without booting the diagnostic tool.
  • Note Availability : Preparation checked locally; installation on another Pixel still needs completion.

Web

  • Change Changelog : Shared history included in upcoming source releases.

03/10/2026 : Modem and first startup

In development

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Network : Recover the modem without restarting the whole phone.
  • Fix Startup : Fonts and modem initialization fixed on a fresh installation.
  • Note Stability : Intermittent modem restarts still need fixing; public package incomplete.
  • Test Hardware : Cameras, focus, zoom, keyboard, notifications and Wi-Fi search checked.

01/10/2026 : Preparing distribution

In development

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Change Installation : Preparation of an image with clean user data.
  • Fix Fonts : Font display on first boot fixed.
  • Note Availability : Image not published. Calls, SMS and mobile data still need end-to-end testing.
  • Note Stability : Intermittent modem restart identified.
  • Test Hardware : SIM, 4G, Wi-Fi search, cameras, keyboard and notifications checked in a temporary boot.

30/09/2026 : 2.7-preview.15

Published

All Platforms

  • Add Source code : First publication of Desktop, Android and Tundra source code, with French/English project overviews.
  • Fix Camera : More reliable camera stream shutdown and replacement.
  • Fix SMS : Dates and sending statuses fixed in conversations.

Desktop

  • Test Apps : Navigation, settings, gestures and saved data checked.

Android / APK

  • Test Stability : Update, Camera, Gallery and returns from the background checked on an Android emulator.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Availability : Source code included; universal installation still unavailable at this stage.
  • Note Hardware : Flash, video, rotation, sleep and call audio still incomplete or awaiting tests.

Release

30/09/2026 : SMS and camera follow-up

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Camera : Camera release and switching fixed.
  • Fix SMS : Empty conversations fixed.

Android / APK

  • Note Availability : Shared sources updated, without a new APK.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Notifications : Vibration now stops correctly.
  • Note Remaining work : Dialog after sending SMS and camera smoothness still need fixing.
  • Test Camera : Focus and zoom confirmed by the user.
  • Test SMS : Sending and receiving confirmed by the user; conversations displayed.

30/09/2026 : SMS and photos

In development

Desktop + Sargo

  • Fix SMS : Failed messages preserved and sending statuses updated.

Android / APK

  • Note Availability : Preview 14 APK unchanged at this stage.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Camera : Tap to focus and digital zoom. Photos up to 12 MP at the rear and 8 MP at the front.
  • Fix Camera : Preview return after taking a photo fixed.
  • Note SMS : Delivery to the recipient not yet confirmed.

30/09/2026 : 2.7-preview.14

Published

All Platforms

  • Fix Interface : Fonts, version information, lock screen and notifications aligned.

Desktop + Sargo

  • Change Keyboard : Larger keyboard, improved text editing and recipient number entry.

Android / APK

  • Test Startup : Startup and fonts checked on an Android emulator.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Notifications : Vibration stopping fixed.
  • Fix SMS : Notifications preserved, conversation opening and duplicate messages fixed.
  • Fix Wi-Fi : Saved networks, reconnection and forgetting a network fixed.
  • Note Audio : Audio controls tested outside calls; conversation audio and notification sounds still need testing.

Release

27/09/2026 : 2.7-preview.13

APK built · not published

All Platforms

  • Fix Calendar : Event reminders fixed, including after deletion.
  • Fix Gallery : Initial display and closing the editor fixed.
  • Fix SMS : Conversation filters fixed.

Desktop

  • Test Apps : Photo, video, calendar and conversations checked.

Android / APK

  • Test Apps : Camera, Gallery, Calendar and background resume checked.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Test Hardware : Camera, Wi-Fi and brightness checked on the installed version.

27/09/2026 : 2.7-preview.12

APK built · not published

All Platforms

  • Add Browser : Local start page, in French or English according to language.
  • Fix Apps : SMS conversations and Calendar translations fixed.
  • Fix Camera : Camera switching and interface zoom fixed; flash disabled when unavailable.
  • Fix Interface : Sharper icons, long press on Home and gestures fixed.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Change Camera : Smoother preview, at around 23 frames per second in testing.
  • Fix Hardware : More responsive brightness and Wi-Fi connection fixed.
  • Note Hardware : Video, flash, Bluetooth and advanced call settings remain incomplete.

27/09/2026 : Interface and hardware

In development

All Platforms

  • Add Browser : First local start page.
  • Change Shutdown : Original shutdown animation retained, with blue circles.
  • Fix Interface : List and Video text fixed; transparent Home bar adapted to landscape.
  • Fix Phone : Call history headers and icons fixed.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Brightness : Brightness adjustment connected.
  • Note Hardware : Call audio, video, full-resolution photos and rotation still need testing.

27/09/2026 : Wi-Fi stability

In development

Android / APK

  • Change Availability : Preview 9 built with shared fixes; Wi-Fi handled by Android.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Fix Wi-Fi : Network discovery stabilized to avoid phone freezes.
  • Note Hardware : Camera and calls remain incomplete.
  • Test Interface : Lock screen, fonts, date, battery and Wi-Fi checked.

27/09/2026 : Restoring Gaia components

In development

All Platforms

  • Add About : Credits, startup screen and browser name updated.
  • Change Interface : Original Gaia panels and styles restored in Settings, Data Usage, FM Radio and imports.
  • Fix Interface : Home button no longer overlaps controls; date, battery and lock screen restored.

Android / APK

  • Add Integration : Launcher mode, access to Android settings and background resume.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Note Wi-Fi : Initial integration unstable; returned to the previous version.

27/09/2026 : Calls and hardware buttons

In development

Desktop + Sargo

  • Add Phone : Gaia incoming and outgoing call interfaces, with call history.
  • Fix Interface : Fira fonts, contacts and battery display fixed.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Buttons : Support for Power and Volume keys, shutdown menu and waking the screen.
  • Note Camera : Native camera still unavailable.
  • Test Calls : Ringing and hanging up checked; conversation audio still needs testing.

26/09/2026 : Startup and fonts

In development

All Platforms

  • Fix Interface : Fira fonts and battery information fixed; test buttons removed from settings.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Change Installation : Data preserved in the installed boot.
  • Fix Startup : Stable fullscreen, without automatic gestures or app launches.
  • Note Hardware : Sound and microphone tested separately; call audio, camera and sleep not validated.

25/09/2026 : Home screen and first native trials

In development

All Platforms

  • Change Home : Round button, transparent background on Home and blue background in apps.
  • Fix Interface : Pressed button state, gradient, fonts and system information fixed.

Android / APK

  • Note Stability : App resume changed in source code, not yet tested on Android.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Startup : First native image trials with accelerated display and battery support.
  • Note Availability : Temporary trials; many hardware features still need connecting.

2.7-preview.7

APK built · not published

Desktop + Android

  • Change About : Vulpes, Gaia and Gecko versions shown separately.

Desktop

  • Fix Camera : Improved permission handling and clearer error messages.

Android / APK

  • Fix Camera : Resume after the first permission request fixed.

2.7-preview.6

APK built · not published

Desktop

  • Add Camera : Gaia Camera app connected to the webcam.
  • Add Gallery : File import and photos available in Gallery.
  • Note Camera : Camera switching depends on hardware; flash and video unavailable.

Android / APK

  • Add Camera : Gaia Camera app connected to Android cameras.
  • Add Gallery : File import and photos available in Gallery.
  • Note Camera : Camera switching depends on hardware; flash and video unavailable.

2.7-preview.5

APK built · not published

Desktop

  • Add Integration : System settings, media and contact imports, notifications and webcam test.
  • Change Interface : Interface and version numbering aligned with Android.

Android / APK

  • Change Interface : Interface and version numbering aligned with Desktop.
  • Fix Stability : Improved background resume and display recovery.

2.7-156.0.2

APK built · not published

Android / APK

  • Add Integration : Android settings, sound, brightness, imports and notifications.
  • Change Apps : Calls, SMS, clock and camera handled by Android apps.
  • Fix Stability : White screens and background resume fixed.
  • Note Version : Historical numbering: this number does not represent a Gecko update.

2.7-156.0.1

Published

Android / APK

  • Change Branding : “Vulpes OS – Preview” name and project icon.
  • Fix Home : Wallpaper flickering fixed.
  • Note Version : Historical numbering retained to identify this release.

Release

2.7-preview.2

Published

Android / APK

  • Fix Home : Wallpaper flickering fixed.

Release

2.7-preview.1

Published

Android / APK

  • Add Preview : First Android Preview to try Vulpes without flashing the phone.
  • Note Home : Known wallpaper flickering in this first version.

Release

Early milestones

Desktop + Sargo

  • Add Apps : Adaptation of contacts, messages, settings, alarms and storage.
  • Change Branding : Creation of Vulpes: visual identity, translations and system information.
  • Change Engine : Move from old Firefox OS engines to a modern Gecko.

Sargo / Pixel 3a

  • Add Startup : First native boots and hardware trials on Pixel 3a.